Emily Eagle highlights the life of Daniella Runyambo, a refugee from the Congo, who grew up around political and ethnic violence. Eagle discusses how Runyambo was not allowed a voice in her country, but in the United States language has become a large part of her life.

At the center of the city of Portland, Monument Square serves as the main location for Portland's political and economic activity. Victoria Lyon and Cynthia Lee observe the activity around Monument Square to capture the essence of the downtown area.

The three women of Bait Bag found one another and their sound in the wake of the political turmoil of 2018. Fellow musician Ashraya Gupta meets the band and confronts questions about how to be a woman making music.

The origin stories of the Passamaquoddy Tribe revolve around the water and fishing, but recently the political landscape has caused the government to stop people fishing in federal waters. Nadia Wilson investigates how these changes in fishing regulations have impacted the Passamaquoddy tribal fisherman, and the actions they are taking to still be able to fish.

Through language, Geoffrey Wani keeps his connection to Sudan alive while in Portland. Scott Ladley highlights all of the work Wani does for his family to ensure they have a better life, the pressure he feels to stay involved in Sudanese politics, and how music allows him to relax.

Jordan Wyant documents how Kevin Badger, founder of the Maine Highlands Defense Force, feels marginalized by politics as a veteran on disability. Wyant discusses how Badger expresses his frustration through his militia and online forums.

In a small cabin in the wood, Carolyn and Michael Chute live surrounded by papers containing the work of Carolyn. Brandi Neal explores the life of Carolyn Chute, an author who writes novels and expresses her feelings about the government and politics.

Intrigued by the idea of low power FM radio stations, Max broadcasts news and music from his attic. Meaghan LaSala highlights the work Max does for Cumberland Mills Free Radio and his beliefs regarding politics and media.

As the only Green Party legislator in the state of Maine, John Eder is running for re-election. Anne Phillips captures the work Eder does on his campaign.

Despite her youth, healthy lifestyle, and idyllic setting in rural Maine, Kelsey George feels herself becoming sicker and sicker. Without the help of doctors, Kelsey figures out the culprit. She then repairs her health and sets out to protect others from having to go through a frightening health crisis like she experienced. The personal becomes political.

A member of the Green Party, Pat LaMarche shows pride when she mentions that she once ran for Vice-President of the United States. Elizabeth Massa captures the life of LaMarche.

Despite her youth, healthy lifestyle, and idyllic setting in rural Maine, Kelsey George feels herself becoming sicker and sicker. Without the help of doctors, Kelsey figures out the culprit. She then repairs her health and sets out to protect others from having to go through a frightening health crisis like she experienced. The personal becomes political.